[Dispatch=Lee Ajin Reporter] Hollywood actor Tim Curry has passed away. He was 80 years old.

U.S. media outlet The New York Times reported on the 27th that "Tim Curry passed away at his home in Los Angeles, California on the 26th."

He suffered a stroke in 2012. Following that, he was known to have used a wheelchair for an extended period due to aftereffects.

Domestically, he became known through the film "Home Alone 2: Lost in New York" (1992). He took on the role of Hector, the meticulous manager of the Plaza Hotel in New York in the film.

He was a character who suspects and relentlessly pursues the protagonist Kevin (played by Macaulay Culkin). He left a strong impression with his sharp expression and clever comedic acting.

Curry was born in England in 1946. He began his acting career through the musical "Hair." He worked across film, stage, and voice acting.

His representative work is the film "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" (1975). He played Dr. Frank-N-Furter. With his bold performance, he became established as an icon in cult film.

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